Historical Events tagged with "reich chancellery"

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Military & Warfare

German Radio Reports Hitler's Death

May 1st, 1945 79 years ago

German radio broadcasts announced that Adolf Hitler had died, reporting that he fell at his command post in the Reich Chancellery while fighting Bolshevism and defending Germany. Concurrently, Soviet forces raised their flag over the Reich Chancellery in Berlin, symbolizing their victory in the city following a prolonged siege. The announcement was part of Nazi propaganda efforts, aiming to frame Hitler's death as one of valor rather than defeat.

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Military & Warfare

Hitler Enters the Führerbunker

January 16th, 1945 80 years ago

Adolf Hitler relocated to his underground bunker, known as the Führerbunker, located beneath the Reich Chancellery in Berlin. This move was a response to the deteriorating military situation in Europe, particularly the advancing Soviet forces from the East. By seeking refuge within the bunker, Hitler aimed to maintain control over the German military and his administration amidst increasing chaos. The Führerbunker would later become infamous as the site where Hitler spent his final days before his death.

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Politics & Government

Hitler's Declaration on Jewish Extermination

December 12th, 1941 83 years ago

During a meeting in the Reich Chancellery, Adolf Hitler declared the imminent extermination of the Jews as part of the Nazi regime's broader plans for the 'Final Solution.' In this critical gathering, high-ranking officials of the Nazi government discussed the systematic eradication of Jewish individuals in Europe. This declaration marked a pivotal moment in the history of World War II and the Holocaust, as it underscored the regime's intent to carry out genocide across occupied territories.

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